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Austin DeStefano Obituary
AGE: 38 • formerly of Point Pleasant
Austin Charles Blaise De Stefano, 38, of New York City, formerly of Point Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at Goldwater Hospital on Roosevelt Island in New York City. Austin was born in Jersey City and lived for many years in Bayonne and Point Pleasant before moving to New York about 10 years ago. He was a real estate agent in New York City for several years and a jewelry designer/fabricator for Jadevolution. Austin had been a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church in Point Pleasant Beach. He was a 1990 graduate of Point Pleasant Borough High School. He was a huge Yankees fan who never missed opening day and a surfer when down the shore.
He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Chris (Dawidowicz) De Stefano of Point Pleasant; two brothers, Blaise and Evan, both at home; one sister, Nicole and her boyfriend, Rainier Aquino of Brielle; his step-grandmother, Sharon Fordi Dawidowicz; aunts and uncles, Arlene Gentile, Judy DeStefano, Alicia and Mike Miselis, Joe and Sue Dawidowicz; his godfather, Zen and Maria Dawidowicz; numerous cousins; and a multitude of good friends.
A memorial Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church in Point Pleasant Beach. Please omit flowers. Colonial Funeral Home, Brick, is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Austin DeStefano
Elaine Wasilewski
August 4, 2025
Miss you Cuzoonie. You sure must have those Yankees partying now with your pop.
Elaine
August 4, 2024
Still missing you. Keep our Yankees strong. Give our gang a hug from me. Love you Cuzoonie.
K
August 4, 2022
Every time I see a dime on the ground I think of you, angels and Cioci Alicia:-)
Cuzoonie
August 4, 2022
Love you always. Our Yankees are rocking it.
Austin , Remembering you today . A loyal beautiful soul who was bright respectful and thoughtful .shining like the sun on a warm summers day!You will never be forgotten during each and every beautiful sunset
Stacy Coyle
August 4, 2019
Remembering you Austin, my loyal friend with the most beautiful soul. Your smile will never leave my thoughts . Thats how I will remember you always ! All my love , Stacy
Stacy Coyle
August 4, 2019
Barbara Jensen
August 15, 2011
My family and I were truly blessed to know Austin, a very special young man who spread love, joy, and kindness among us and in doing so made us all feel special. Thank you, Austin.
Prayers and sincere condolences to your family.
August 15, 2011
Chris so sorry for your loss, I would have gone to the Mass, but I was away and just found out last night. Jean Mergogey
Good Times
Trygve Wasbotten
August 11, 2011
stacy sleckman coyle
August 11, 2011
Memories are rushing in like waves crashing on the shore. The austin I knew was a local loved the beach and surfing. We had lots of adventures back in the day me you vic. meeting ron playing guitar on the streets of squan wait was it crazy mary. Who's beach house was that we stayed in. Austin loved life smiling with bright white teeth a little help to cover that chip I won't let the secret out. Always a gentleman around family cousins adored him. Victor always a true friend. Will not forget listening to the singles soundtrack, operation ivy, black flag, and bad brains. All right that starry twinkle in those almond shaped eyes could pass for mischief but his heart told the true story. When my gram died last year he came to the wake. I hope he knew how happy it made me. well I will remember him as I saw him then kind and shining like the sun . Miss you man. God bless forever at peace. Love stacy
Lori Spano
August 10, 2011
Chris and Dennis, our hearts break for you with the loss of your son Austin. We send our most heartfelt condolences to you both, and to Nicole, Evan and Blaise. We wish you all peace during this mornful time. Joseph & Lori
Anne Marie Fucito
August 10, 2011
Our heartfelt sympathies to Chris, Dennis and family. You are all in our hearts and prayers. We will keep Austin in our prayers always. Love you all!
Anne Marie, Richie and John
Dominique DeLorenzo
August 10, 2011
My condolences to the family. We hadn't spoken in years but Austin always remained close to my heart. I never forget the great times we spent together or the time he dropped everything to celebrate my birthday with me. Austin was a truly special and remarkable person. My prayers go out to his family at this time, and I will keep a candle burning.
Nora O'Rourke
August 9, 2011
Austin, You will remain forever in my heart as an angel. I am very grateful to have met you and spent time with you. My deepest love to Denny and Chris
August 9, 2011
Austin, you will be missed so much ? Cioci
elaine
August 9, 2011
Sleep well my dear cuzoonie and #1 yankee fan! Our long talks at midnight will be missed.You had a gentle spirit,a kind heart and a gift of photography that so captured the depth of your soul.Watch over Chrissy,Denny,Evan,Blaise and Nicole. Say hello to our yankees who no doubt have welcomed you with open arms. Your beautiful smile and gorgeous eyes will always stay close to my heart. I saw a rainbow today,and it had your name on it. until we get to go fishing Rest easy.Love you cuz!
Sue Dawidowicz
August 9, 2011
Austin, you will be forever missed by your families and friends. I just wished that your cousin Ethan had the opportunity to meet you. We love you...Uncle Joe, Cioci Sue and Ethan.
Austin's nickname for me was AndyGirl...I loved that
Andrea Riccardi
August 9, 2011
Austin was one of the most amazing guys I ever had the good fortune to call a best friend. He was one of the most giving, empathetic, loving, fun loving, dear & just all around fabulous people I have known. I love him with my whole heart and not a day will go by where I won't sorely miss him. Austin...rest easy with the Angels. My love, thoughts & prayers are with you and your amazing family. Most specifically Mama Chris. My love to you too Mama Chris & I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. Know that I am here for you in any, way, shape or form in this, your darkest hours. Kisses, AndyGirl
Jason & Veronika Byers
August 9, 2011
You will forever be in our hearts! We love and miss you dearly! RIP
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